B.S.Ed in Mathematics

This program prepares students for teacher certification in grades 7-12. (This degree
does not have a foreign language requirement.)

Of all the baccalaureate degrees, the BSEd is the most subject to change because the
Pennsylvania Department of Education can change the certification requirements at
any time. Thus, it is essential that you regularly check with your advisor and the
College of Education and Social Work web site to learn of any changes.

During your first two years of study you will take the lower division, mathematics
core courses and courses in professional education. No later than April of your first
year you must begin the process of gaining the clearances required for the field work
you will complete during your second year. These clearances must be renewed annually
thereafter.

Clearances Required Prior to Participating in Early Field Experiences Students are required to possess the original copy of the following:

During the middle of your second year, you must begin the process of seeking Formal
Admission to Teacher Education (FATE). All students seeking a B.S.Ed. must formally
apply for admission to teacher education. Only those students formally admitted to
teacher education will be eligible to enroll in MAT 350, MAT 360, MAT 354, and MAT
364.

Earned a minimum of 48 credits at the college level (100 level or above

Earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8

Earned 3 credits in college-level English composition

Earned 3 credits in literature taught in English

Earned 6 credits in college-level mathematics

Achieved passing scores as established by the PA Department of Education on the SAT,
ACT Plus Writing, or Core Academic Skills for Educators or Pre-service Academic Performance
Assessment (PAPA) test modules.